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Learn “Sombre”

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Sombre

adjective/SOM-buh/

Meaning

Dark, gloomy, and serious in mood or colour.

In context

The class fell into a sombre mood after hearing the sad news.

Remember it

Sombre holds 'sombre shade' — like standing in a dark, gloomy shadow.

Use it well

Use for a dark, serious, gloomy mood or a dull, muted colour.